Blackmagic Design Studio Camera 6K Pro

Key Information About the Blackmagic Studio Camera 6K Pro

• Large Super 35 6K sensor with EF mount for cinematic live production imagery featuring 13 stops of dynamic range and dual native ISO.
• Built-in infrared ND filters (0/2/4/6 stops) to maintain optimal iris and shutter speed even in bright sunlight.
• 12G?SDI, HDMI, and 10G Ethernet connectivity with PoE Type 4 power and streamlined workflow via a single cable.
• Integrated RTMP streaming, external recording in Blackmagic RAW via USB?C, and advanced camera control via SDI/HDMI/Ethernet.

A Modern Studio Camera with Cinematic Heritage

The Studio Camera 6K Pro brings cinematic aesthetics to the live set thanks to its Super 35 sensor, EF mount, and DaVinci color science. Designed for television, events, and premium streaming, it unifies acquisition, control, and IP transport.

For Sets Demanding Cinematic Look and Agility

Ideal for talk shows, concerts, indoor sports, and worship, it offers autofocus with compatible lenses, a large 7-inch 2000-nit display for monitoring, front/rear tallies, and an integrated talkback network for smooth operation.

6K Image, ND Filters, Full Control

Sensor, Dynamic Range, and Frame Rates

Effective sensor size 23.10 x 12.99 mm, 13 stops dynamic range, dual native ISO (0 dB and 18 dB), frame rates from 23.98 to 60 fps, off-speed 5 to 50 fps in 6K and 5 to 60 fps in other resolutions, Ultra HD downscaled from 5.3K.

Versatile Studio Connectivity

1 x 12G?SDI input and 1 x 12G?SDI output, HDMI 2.0, 10G Ethernet, 2 x USB?C 3.1 Gen 1 for external recording and accessories. Professional audio with 2 x XLR mic/line inputs with phantom power, 3.5 mm mini-jack input (timecode capable), 5-pin XLR headphone output, and 3.5 mm TRRS headphone/mic output.

Network Workflow and Recording

Direct streaming via Ethernet or USB?C (RTMP), media management via web browser (Web media manager), FTP/SMB, and NTP. Recording in Blackmagic RAW 3:1 at Q5 on USB?C drives formatted ExFAT or HFS+.

Technical Specifications

• Sensor and Mount: Size 23.10 x 12.99 mm (Super 35); active EF mount; iris/focus/zoom control with compatible lenses; 13 stops dynamic range; dual native ISO 0 dB and 18 dB; sensitivity at 0 dB: f11 (2160p59.94) / f12 (2160p50) at 2000 lux, 89.9% reflectance; SNR 64.62 dB (2160p).
• Recording Resolutions: 6144 x 3456 (6K) up to 50 fps; 6144 x 2560 (6K 2.4:1) up to 60 fps; 5376 x 3024 (5.3K 16:9) up to 60 fps; 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD) up to 60 fps. Video outputs: 2160p, 1080p, 1080i; frame rates 23.98 to 60 fps.
• Filters and Focus: 4-position IR ND filter (none, 2, 4, 6 stops); autofocus with compatible lenses.
• Display and Controls: 7-inch 1920 x 1200 LCD touchscreen, 2000 nits; touch menus, control dial, program button, assignable F1/F2/F3 buttons; brightness, contrast, and focus peaking dials.
• Mounting: 2 x 1/4" and 1 x 3/8" tripod mounts.
• Video Connections: 1 x SDI input, 1 x SDI output (1.5G/3G/6G/12G); 1 x HDMI 2.0 output; Tri-Sync/Black Burst reference inputs with optional Studio Converter; camera control via SDI/HDMI/Ethernet.
• Audio: 2 x XLR mic/line inputs with phantom power; 1 x stereo 3.5 mm input (timecode capable); 1 x 5-pin XLR intercom headphone output; 1 x 3.5 mm TRRS headphone/mic output; SDI audio: 2 program channels + intercom on 15/16; built-in stereo mic and speaker.
• Network and Interfaces: 10 Gb/s Ethernet (PoE Type 4 supported); 2 x USB?C Gen 3.1 (up to 5 Gb/s) for external recording and Focus/Zoom Demand; updates via USB?C A.
• Streaming and Platforms: RTMP via Ethernet or USB?C; compatible with ATEM Television Studio HD8 ISO, ATEM Streaming Bridge, Facebook, Twitch, YouTube, Twitter, Restream.IO, Vimeo, BoxCast, Castr, Afreeca TV, Bilibili, DouYu, Weibo.
• Standards: HD 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60; 1080i50/59.94/60; Ultra HD 2160p23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60. SDI: SMPTE 292M, 424M, 425M A/B, 2081?1/10, 2082?1/10. SDI audio: 48 kHz, 24-bit.
• Media and Codecs: 2 x USB?C 3.1 Gen 1 for Blackmagic RAW recording; ExFAT/HFS+ formats. BRAW: CBR 3:1/5:1/8:1/12:1 and CQ Q0/Q1/Q3/Q5; 6K, 6K 2.4:1, 5.3K 16:9, Ultra HD recordings depending on frame rate.
• Storage Bitrates (30 fps): 6K 3:1 323 MB/s; 5:1 194 MB/s; 8:1 121 MB/s; 12:1 81 MB/s; Q0 242 to 483 MB/s; Q1 162 to 387 MB/s; Q3 108 to 277 MB/s; Q5 65 to 162 MB/s. 6K 2.4:1: 3:1 240 MB/s; 5:1 144 MB/s; 8:1 90 MB/s; 12:1 60 MB/s; Q0 180 to 359 MB/s; Q1 120 to 287 MB/s; Q3 80 to 205 MB/s; Q5 49 to 120 MB/s. 5.3K 16:9: 3:1 248 MB/s; 5:1 149 MB/s; 8:1 94 MB/s; 12:1 63 MB/s; Q0 186 to 371 MB/s; Q1 125 to 297 MB/s; Q3 84 to 212 MB/s; Q5 50 to 125 MB/s. Ultra HD: 3:1 127 MB/s; 5:1 77 MB/s; 8:1 48 MB/s; 12:1 32 MB/s; Q0 96 to 190 MB/s; Q1 64 to 153 MB/s; Q3 43 to 109 MB/s; Q5 26 to 64 MB/s (indicative data depending on content).
• External Control: Blackmagic Zoom/Focus Demand; Blackmagic Control Protocol via SDI/RTMP/HDMI with compatible ATEM (ATEM Software Control, ATEM Camera Control Panel); control of settings, focus, iris, zoom, color corrector, tally, start/stop recording via USB. REST API via Ethernet/USB Ethernet (HTTP, e.g., Postman).
• Network and Management: NTP for time synchronization; Web media manager via browser; FTP for file transfer; SMB for network sharing.
• Color Science: DaVinci YRGB.
• Tally and Intercom: Front/rear tally indicators; SDI intercom channels 15/16.
• Software and OS: Blackmagic Camera Setup included (Mac/Windows); compatible with Mac 13 Ventura/14 Sonoma or later; Windows 10/11.
• Power: 1 x 12 V DC 5.5 mm locking input; 1 x 4-pin XLR 12 V DC input; 1 x RJ45 PoE Type 4; included 60 W 12 V DC power supply; consumption 32 to 52 W (DC), 38 to 59 W (PoE).
• Environment: Operating 0 to 40 °C; storage -20 to 45 °C; humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing.
• Optional Accessories: Blackmagic Focus Demand, Zoom Demand, Studio Converter, ATEM mixers (Mini/SDI/Constellation/Television Studio), ATEM Streaming Bridge, MultiDock 10G, HyperDeck Studio HD Plus/4K Pro, W?HDL?09, Blackmagic Cloud Pod/Store/Store Mini 8TB, Ultimatte 12 (HD Mini/HD/4K), Blackmagic 3G SDI Shield for Arduino.
• Included: Studio Camera 6K Pro; sunshade; 15 mm rail tripod mount; mount bracket; turret cover; 12 V DC locking power supply with international adapters; welcome pack (QR code for software); DaVinci Resolve download card; Blackmagic Design sticker.